If you received the error below while attempting to launch MotioPI, you are most likely behind a corporate proxy. The following workaround will enable you to run MotioPI.
1. Open your Java control panel.
2. Click “Network Settings”.
3. Change your browser settings to “Use proxy server”, enter your information, and try again.
If you cannot work around your Corporate Proxy, contact pi-support@motio.com for a stand alone version of MotioPI that does not require internet access to operate.
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